Global #Bitcoin mining

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US gobbled up significantly more Bitcoin than miners produced in December 2024.

Bitcoin mining giant Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) has significantly bolstered its Bitcoin treasury, announcing the acquisition of 15,574 BTC for approximately $1.53 billion.

​Crypto mining company MARA Holdings has issued a call to action for the United States, urging the government to adopt a more aggressive stance on Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining.

Bitcoin’s increasing influence is evident across multiple sectors, from decentralized finance (DeFi) to corporate treasuries, but challenges persist, especially in the Bitcoin mining industry.

Texas, a state known for its pro-business stance and abundant energy resources, has taken a significant step to regulate the burgeoning Bitcoin mining industry.

Bhutan, the small Himalayan kingdom known for its pristine landscapes and commitment to Gross National Happiness, is now making headlines for an entirely different reason—its ambitious Bitcoin investment strategy.

Greenidge Generation, a Bitcoin mining and data center company, will continue operating its Dresden-based facility in New York after prevailing in a legal dispute against the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).

The Royal Government of Bhutan has officially surpassed $1 billion in Bitcoin holdings, cementing its position as one of the most significant state-backed Bitcoin holders.

Block, the payments firm founded by Jack Dorsey, has announced plans to significantly increase its investments in its Bitcoin mining initiative and Bitkey, its self-custody Bitcoin wallet.

Deutsche Telekom, Europe’s largest telecommunications provider, is making headlines with its new initiative to enter the Bitcoin mining space.

In a significant move underscoring national security priorities, the Biden administration has ordered MineOne, a bitcoin mining facility located near Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to cease operations.

Russia is embarking on an ambitious project to build Bitcoin mining and AI computing facilities in collaboration with other BRICS nations, a move that could inspire similar initiatives worldwide.